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GlaxoSmithKline

Scientist

GlaxoSmithKline, Rockville, Maryland, us, 20849

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Job Description

Are you interested in joining a Molecular Analytics group within the Analytical R&D department in the US? We are looking for a highly motivated Scientist for this impactful role. The

Scientist Molecular Analytics

position could be an ideal opportunity for you.

As a

Scientist , you will collaborate with high-performing CMC scientists on industry-disruptive technology platforms. Your primary responsibilities will include designing and developing analytical methods using Quality by Design (QbD) principles to support drug substance/drug product characterization, development, transfer, and GMP testing for our US portfolio of Technical R&D products. You will also be involved in implementing NGS technology to enhance CMC platforms and may serve as a Subject Matter Expert in NGS data analysis. The role involves working in a highly collaborative environment, with approximately 50-70% of your time spent in the lab.

This role offers an opportunity to lead key activities that will advance your career. Responsibilities include:

Developing, optimizing, and qualifying methods to assess the safety and quality of vaccine candidates. Collaborating with Analytical Department teams to determine quality control strategies and resources for method development, validation, and impact assessments. Streamlining workflows related to method development, qualification, training, transfer, and comparability. Serving as a subject matter expert for molecular methods and providing regulatory support. Supporting new technology assessment and licensing activities. Prioritizing deliverables across multiple programs and managing competing interests.

Why you?

Basic Qualifications:

Master's Degree with 5+ years of industry experience or PhD with less than 2 years of experience in biology, biochemistry, or pharmaceutical sciences. Experience with nucleic acid analysis and wet lab techniques in molecular biology and biochemistry.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with gene therapies, mRNA vaccines, or therapeutics. Experience with analytical assay development, including release and characterization assays, in GMP settings. Knowledge of regulatory compliance environments. Experience in molecular testing and diagnostics industry. Skills in PCR, real-time PCR, digital PCR, DNA/RNA isolation, cloning, and probe techniques. NGS sequencing experience with bioinformatics skills is a plus. Research background in RNA biology. Experience with nucleic acid formulation and bioprocess development.

Why GSK?

Our values—Patient focus, Transparency, Respect, Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Development, and Teamwork—are central to our culture. We seek candidates who demonstrate:

Agile decision-making and operating at pace. Commitment to high-quality results and overcoming challenges. A continuous learning mindset. Energy and well-being maintenance. Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills. Budgeting and cost-awareness.

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